preventive adjustment
[prɪˈventɪv əˈdʒʌstmənt]
nounpl: preventive adjustments
ajuste preventivo
1. A corrective modification or calibration made to equipment, machinery, or systems in advance to prevent potential failures or problems
The technician performed a preventive adjustment on the printing press to avoid downtime.
O técnico realizou um ajuste preventivo na impressora para evitar paradas.
2. In psychology or counseling, an intervention designed to prevent the development or worsening of mental health issues
The school implemented preventive adjustments in the curriculum to support student mental health.
A escola implementou ajustes preventivos no currículo para apoiar a saúde mental dos alunos.
3. In economics or policy, proactive measures taken to prevent financial or structural problems
The government made preventive adjustments to fiscal policy to avoid recession.
O governo fez ajustes preventivos na política fiscal para evitar recessão.
The term 'preventive adjustment' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian industrial, medical, and policy contexts. In Brazil, it reflects the growing emphasis on proactive maintenance and preventive healthcare (saúde preventiva). In the USA, it's particularly prevalent in manufacturing, IT operations, and mental health services. The concept aligns with modern management philosophy that prioritizes prevention over emergency response.
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